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FCT, Lagos, Ogun Communities Ignore Lockdown Order

Published

6 years ago

April 6, 2020

Residents of some communities in the Federal Capital Territory, Ogun and Lagos states on Sunday violated the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari’ s ( retd. ) lockdown order .

On Saturday and Sunday, our correspondents in the FCT observed that although there was compliance with the order within the Abuja metropolis , residents of its suburbs , who cited hunger , went out contrary to the government ’ s directive .

In Ogun State , the Deputy Governor, Noimot Salako- Oyedele , in a statement on Sunday, decried the level of compliance in the Ado -Odo /Ota Local Government Area .
Residents of Lagos areas such as Iyana -Ipaja , Ketu and Alapare cited hunger for violating the lockdown.

The President had , in a nationwide broadcast on February 29, imposed 14- day lockdown on the FCT, Lagos and Ogun states to curb the spread of COVID- 19 cases, which increased to 232 on Sunday.

Security men disperse traders at Kuje market
In the FCT , security personnel consisting of the police and the Federal Road Safety Corps officials chased away traders from Kuje market in the Kuje Area Council on Sunday.

One of our correspondents, who was in the area between 2pm and 3pm, observed that while the market was locked , traders displayed their goods at its entrance .
On sighting the security men, some traders took to their heels and abandoned their wares which included clothes , food and cosmetics .

However , the security men were civil with those who had the courage to stay behind . They appealed to the traders to respect the sit- at – home order .

A barber, who gave his name simply as Tunde, was working in his shop not far away from the market .

He told The PUNCH that security men regularly patrolled the area to enforce the order.

He said , “ The security officials, especially policemen, have been coming here very often. Some of them insist that I close my shop , but others allow me after convincing them that mine is an essential service . ”
Okada riders defy lockdown order in Kubwa

Commercial motorcycle riders , popularly known as okada in Kubwa , one of the major satellite towns in Abuja , defied the lockdown.

Okada riders were seen in most of the streets in Kubwa on Sunday, as they moved passengers from one location to another .
On the Arab Road , Byazhim, Kubwa Village Market , among other areas, for instance, the riders transported passengers who patronised them.

On why he was not obeying the lockdown , a rider , Umar Gambo , told one of our correspondents that it “ was difficult” for him to stay indoor continuously because he needed to fend for his family.

The rate of compliance in Bwari on Sunday was not as high as it was when the lockdown started last week.
One of our correspondents, who went around Bwari between 1pm and 2pm, observed that many shops, markets , filling stations and pharmacies were opened .
Unlike the first two days when the roads were almost empty, there were movements of vehicles and commercial motorcycles .
Taxi drivers devise means of flouting order
Taxi drivers in the FCT , particularly in the Dei- Dei and Zuba areas, started work on Sunday

The PUNCH observed many taxi drivers resorted to wearing face masks and conveyed three passengers on the back seats, while squeezing two others in front .
In Zuba , it was observed that the drivers had increased their fares . It was gathered that they bribed policemen in order to operate, particularly from late afternoon and evening .

“ We cannot stay at home . We have to eat . We should wear face masks. I think that is enough. Some of the policemen are cooperative . They also understand that we cannot survive without working, ” a driver, Sanni Ahmed, said .

Hunger preventing us from observing lockdown – Lagos residents
Residents of communities in Lagos State told The PUNCH that hunger was responsible for their noncompliance with the lockdown .

While some residents observed the stay – home- order, others, including commercial motorists, were seen flouting the directive. They cited different reasons including hunger and illnesses when accosted by law enforcement agents.

When asked why she decided to disobey the stay – home directive , one Iya Rukayat , a bag seller in Ketu , said hunger prompted her to display her bags for sale. She added that she fed her family from her daily income.

She said , “ At first , I observed the order, but it got to a point that there was no money to feed my family, so I had to come out to sell my bags. I just started displaying my goods this morning and I have not made any sale . I cannot just stay at home when my family is hungry .”

Speaking on condition of anonymity, another resident of the Alapere, said she had not benefitted from the foodstuffs donated by state government .
At Berger, Iyana -Ipaja . Igando, Iba, Iyana- Iba and Mile 2, motorcyclists , ( Okada); tricyclists ( Keke ) and traders were seen working without being disturbed by security men .

Ogun street urchins, cultists defy lockdown
In Ogun State, street urchins, cultists and some traders defied the sit-at – home order.
The lockdown, which commenced in the state on Friday night, recorded substantial compliance in many parts , but some residents of Sango – Ota and Ewekoro did not stay at home
Some miscreants in Ota defied the restriction of movement in the area while scrambling for foodstuffs donated by the state government .

An eye witness, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the miscreants besieged the Ado -Odo / Ota Local Government headquarters following an announcement that foodstuffs would be shared in the place.

According to the source , the miscreants ran amok when they failed to get their share of the foodstuffs .

The deputy governor , in a statement by her press officer, Seun Boye, frowned upon the poor level of compliance by some residents of the local government area.
She was said to be on an assessment of the Ado – Odo / Ota and the Yewa South Local Government areas.

She said , “ On the violators, I have met with Ota Area ( police ) commander on my way and let me reiterate that the law must be obeyed and nobody would be spared.
“ We will also continue to engage our law enforcement agencies to make sure that they support us to be able to achieve our mission. ”

Also, the cultists in the Ifo Local Government Area of the state defied the restriction of movements in the area when they clashed.

The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Abimbola Oyeyemi, while confirming the incident , said the cultists made a mess of the order.

He said the clash between two rival groups claimed one life. He added that four people had been arrested.

Source:- Punch ng

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How “Hardest Truth” Became One Of Nigeria’s Most Searched Emerging Songs and Number 4 Song On Shazam Worldwide Chart.

Published

3 weeks ago

May 20, 2026

Baba Blow

In a music industry constantly chasing noise, controversy and trends, fast-rising Nigerian artist Jubet is building momentum differently, through emotional honesty.

Born Akanbi Oluwa Jubelo Emmanuel and raised in Ilora, Oyo State, Jubet’s journey into music started long before the numbers began rising. During his secondary school days, he developed his passion for music through freestyle sessions and raw self-expression, gradually shaping the emotionally driven sound that listeners are now connecting with across streaming platforms and social media.

A graduate of Obong University, Akwa Ibom State, where he won the Best Performing Artist Award in 2025, Jubet represents a new generation of artists using music to communicate pain, reality, heartbreak, struggle, reflection and survival in a deeply relatable way.

His breakout record, “Hardest Truth,” has quickly become one of the most emotionally resonant emerging songs in Nigeria’s digital music space.

Within just TWO WEEKS of release, the song has generated:

• Over 119,600 Spotify monthly listeners
• More than 504,000 Spotify streams
• Over 1.3 million Audiomack streams
• More than 406,000 Boomplay streams
• More than 411,000 YouTube audio views
• Over 281,805 Shazams
• More than 900,000 TikTok user-generated contents (UGC)
• #1 on Shazam Viral Nigeria
• #1 Shazam in Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Uganda and Zambia
• #4 Shazam Worldwide
• #60 Shazam United Kingdom
• #109 Shazam Canada
• #133 Shazam United States
• Spotify Nigeria Top 100 entry
• Apple Music chart entries across multiple African countries
• Placement across dozens of editorial playlists on Audiomack and Boomplay

The rapid growth has been driven largely by organic audience connection, emotional relatability and massive social sharing across platforms, with listeners strongly connecting to the song’s raw honesty and reflective storytelling.

What makes Jubet’s rise stand out is not just the numbers, but the emotional relationship listeners are building with the music. Across social media, fans continue to describe “Hardest Truth” as deeply relatable, emotionally painful, honest and reflective of real-life experiences many young people silently go through.

Rather than positioning himself around luxury, hype or internet theatrics, Jubet’s music speaks directly to people navigating heartbreak, betrayal, pressure, emotional struggles and everyday realities.

As momentum around “Hardest Truth” continues to grow globally, Jubet is steadily emerging as one of the new emotionally driven voices to watch in Nigeria’s evolving music landscape.

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God’s Family Church (Gospelogy Eden) Lagos – Pastor Apha Ministry, Location, Teachings & Community

Published

3 months ago

March 22, 2026

Baba Blow

God’s Family Church, also known as Gospelogy Eden, is a Christian faith-based ministry in Lagos, Nigeria. The church was founded by Pastor Apha with a mission centered on teaching the word of God with clarity, love, and truth. It serves as a spiritual community committed to nurturing believers and spreading the message of Jesus Christ.

GOSPELOGY
A central concept of the ministry is Gospelogy, defined as the practical application of the Word of God to manifest divine realities and reflect God’s nature in everyday life.
Gospelogy represents a lifestyle of intentional faith, where believers are equipped not only with knowledge of scripture but also with the discipline to live out its truths consistently.

OVERVIEW
God’s Family Church is a growing Christian community focused on restoring individuals to God’s original design for humanity. The ministry emphasizes spiritual transformation, faith-building, and a deep understanding of biblical principles. Through its teachings, the church aims to inspire believers to live purposeful and joyful Christian lives.

TEACHINGS AND DOCTRINE
The teachings at Church Eden are rooted in biblical truth and often revolve around key themes such as:
•Returning to God’s original plan and purpose for mankind
•Spiritual growth and maturity in Christ
•Prosperity through faith and righteous living
•Experiencing the joy and fulfillment of the Christian life

The church encourages practical application of scripture, helping members integrate faith into their daily lives.

COMMUNITY AND ACTIVITIES
God’s Family Church fosters a strong sense of community among its members. In addition to physical gatherings, the church actively engages in online fellowship, where believers participate in:
•Daily and weekly prayers
•Faith-based teachings and discussions
•Inspirational messages and spiritual insights

These activities are designed to strengthen faith, build unity, and support members in their spiritual journey.

MISSION AND VISION

VISION
The vision of God’s Family Church is rooted in Gospel of Luke 1:17:
“To make ready a people prepared for the Lord.”

This vision reflects the church’s commitment to raising spiritually prepared individuals who are aligned with God’s purpose and ready to fulfill His calling.

MISSION
The mission of the church is:
“To impact lives with Gospelogy for a disciplined lifestyle.”

Through this mission, the ministry focuses on building believers who are spiritually grounded, morally disciplined, and guided by the principles of God’s Word.

LOCATION
God’s Family Church (Eden) is located at:
No. 31 Nelson Cole Avenue, beside Sterling Bank, Off Iju Road, Agege, Lagos, Nigeria.

CONCLUSION
God’s Family Church (Eden) continues to impact lives through its dedication to biblical teaching, community building, and spiritual development. Under the leadership of Pastor Apha, the church remains committed to spreading the gospel and helping believers grow in faith and purpose.

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Lass B Luxury Butik: Redefining Luxury Fashion in Nigeria

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3 months ago

March 19, 2026

Baba Blow

Lass B Luxury Butik: Redefining Luxury Fashion in Nigeria

In the heart of Nigeria’s vibrant fashion scene, Lass B Celebrity Butik stands out as a premier destination for luxury fashion enthusiasts.

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Nigeria’s fashion industry is known for its dynamic and eclectic style, blending international brands with local talent.

Luxury Boutique like Lass B Celebrity Butik play a significant role in shaping the Akwa ibom’s fashion landscape, offering a curated selection of high-end products that showcase both global and local designers.

A Fusion of Style and Comfort

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